Watch: Huge fireball as tanker explodes on Italian motorway
BBC News - WorldEN 1 min read 100% complete December 24, 2025 at 01:33 PM

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A tanker truck carrying liquid propane gas exploded on the motorway between Rome and Naples, Italy, causing a large fireball. The incident occurred after the tanker was involved in a collision with another truck. Emergency services evacuated the surrounding area as a safety precaution before the explosion. While the blast caused damage to the road and nearby buildings, no injuries were reported. The motorway was closed following the explosion but reopened several hours later after authorities assessed and cleared the area.
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